Definition

In a way that is not fair or sensible; excessively or irrationally.

Example

The prices for the concert tickets were unreasonably high.

Conversation

I think your boss is being unreasonably demanding this week.

I know, right? It's like they expect us to work miracles.

Exactly! It's hard to meet all those deadlines when things are so chaotic.

Totally! Sometimes I feel like I need a break from the unreasonably high expectations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unreasonably → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "reasonable" (from Latin "rationabilis", meaning able to be calculated or reasonable). The word "unreasonably" means not in a reasonable manner or without reason.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'reasonable' — this helps you remember that 'unreasonably' means acting in a way that lacks reason.

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